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Nigeria's Ola Aina could be on his way to the biggest club in England as Manchester City eye a move for the Nottingham Forest star
Manchester City’s search for a long-term replacement for Kyle Walker has reportedly led them to Nottingham Forest’s Nigerian international, Ola Aina.
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The versatile full-back has impressed this season, catching the attention of Pep Guardiola as Manchester City seeks to address their recent struggles.
Ola Aina’s stellar form puts him on Manchester City’s radar
The Super Eagles fullback has been in inspired form for Nottingham Forest this season, featuring in every Premier League match as the club sits in an unexpected second place behind Liverpool.
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Aina joined Forest on a free transfer from Torino in 2023 and has quickly become a fan favourite at the City Ground.
His two goals and consistent performances at the back have made him one of the league's standout defenders this season.
Guardiola reportedly sees Aina as having the potential to fill the shoes of 34-year-old club legend Kyle Walker, who has been a Manchester City stalwart for seven years but is beginning to show signs of decline.
Manchester City’s hoping Aina can solve current struggles
The Cityzens have faced an uncharacteristically tough Premier League campaign, sitting in sixth place after managing only two wins in their last 10 matches.
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The team’s lacklustre form has exposed the need for fresh options, particularly in defence, where Walker’s decline has been there for all to see.
Securing Aina’s services will not be straightforward for Manchester City, as Nottingham Forest are eager to extend his contract, which expires at the end of the season, and the player himself has not been pushing for a move.
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However, the lure of joining Guardiola’s squad and competing for top honours could prove too tempting for the Nigerian international to resist.
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